Wills & Trusts

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Why Naming a Beneficiary Is One of the Most Important Steps in Estate Planning

When most people think about estate planning, they imagine wills, trusts, and legal paperwork. But one of the easiest, and most overlooked, steps you can take to protect your loved…

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Top 8 Estate Planning Myths in Florida And Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Create a Plan

At SJF Law Group, our South Florida estate planning attorneys often meet clients who are unsure whether they need an estate plan, or mistakenly believe they don’t. According to recent…

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Estate Planning Wills & Trusts

5 Things You Should Never Write in Your Trust (And What to Do Instead)

Did you know nearly 50% of Americans don’t have any estate plan at all? And even among those who do, many make critical mistakes, especially in their trusts, that create…

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How Can an Irrevocable Trust Be Modified?

An irrevocable trust isn’t always set in stone. While designed to be permanent, legal tools exist to modify its terms under the right circumstances. Changing laws, family dynamics, or financial…

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Benefits and Pitfalls of Estate Tax Exemption Portability

Estate tax exemption portability allows a surviving spouse to use their deceased spouse’s unused federal estate tax exemption, potentially doubling the amount shielded from taxation. It sounds simple, but the…

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How to Change The Trustees of a Trust in Florida

Changing the trustee of a trust in Florida requires precision, legal know-how, and a clear understanding of the trust’s terms. Whether due to incompetence, misconduct, or simply a better fit…

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The Role of Trust Protectors in Modern Estate Plans for High-Net-Worth Families

Wealthy families use trusts to protect assets, minimize taxes, and control wealth distribution across generations. But rigid trust structures can create problems when laws change, family dynamics shift, or unforeseen…

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What Is the Generation-Skipping Tax and How Do I Avoid It?

The Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax (GSTT) ensures the IRS gets its share when wealth bypasses a generation. This tax kicks in when assets are transferred to grandchildren or younger beneficiaries, sidestepping…

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7 Insider Estate Planning Secrets of the Ultra Wealthy

Wealth isn’t just about earning—it’s about keeping and growing it across generations. From advanced gifting tactics to secretive trusts and tax-efficient investments, these high-level strategies are designed to protect assets,…

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Protecting Foreign Property in Your Estate Plan: A Strategic Approach

Owning foreign property adds layers of complexity to estate planning. Different countries have their own rules on inheritance, taxes, and probate, which can clash with your intentions and complicate things…

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Since 2011, SJF Law Group has been helping clients protect their families with estate planning, probate & trust administration. We pride ourselves on combining the personalized service and attention of a boutique firm, with the talent and legal acumen of a large firm.

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Wills & Trusts

Why Naming a Beneficiary Is One of the Most Important Steps in Estate Planning

Top 8 Estate Planning Myths in Florida And Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Create a Plan

5 Things You Should Never Write in Your Trust (And What to Do Instead)

How Can an Irrevocable Trust Be Modified?

Benefits and Pitfalls of Estate Tax Exemption Portability

How to Change The Trustees of a Trust in Florida

The Role of Trust Protectors in Modern Estate Plans for High-Net-Worth Families

What Is the Generation-Skipping Tax and How Do I Avoid It?

7 Insider Estate Planning Secrets of the Ultra Wealthy

Protecting Foreign Property in Your Estate Plan: A Strategic Approach

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